I didn't learn about linked lists until I took some C++ courses. They just weren't taught 20 years ago. I have since implemented them in VB, as they are helpful. I suppose in twenty years, programmers will have a hard time figuring out what we are doing. Things change in computers.

I wouldn't try too hard to start coding their way. Once you get something done that works, maybe they'll look at it and like it. You have to take that chance. If it works out, then great. If it doesn't, you can be glad that you don't own that company.